The episiotomy is the cut that is made in the perineum at the time of delivery to enlarge the opening of the vagina and allow the baby's head to pass.
The woman who is going to give birth may decrease the risk of episiotomy. In addition to having the right to expressly request in writing in a birth plan that we do not practice if that is our desire, we can also resort to some exercises to strengthen the elasticity of the pelvic floor and reduce the chances of a safe cut.
Likewise, the regular practice of certain exercises during pregnancy, such as Kegel's, facilitates after the birth the recovery of the area where the episiotomy has been performed. These same exercises can be resumed after delivery to gradually recover the muscles in the area.
The most recommended for the care of points It is to be thorough with the washing and especially with the drying of the area after peeing. To dry the scar, it is preferable to use a hair dryer with cold air. Never rub.
It is important to change the pads frequently to avoid infections and wash your hands before and after using the bathroom. You should not use tampons or take baths in the bathtub but shower.
The use of rosehip oil is also recommended, which, as is good for perineal massages to improve the elasticity of the skin of the area, is also good for the healing of tissues.
To relieve pain you can use ice wrapped in a towel. I discovered it in time after my first birth and it was a great find. When you deflate, the pain of the points calms down a lot.
Another one of the keys to avoid the pain of the points is to lie down because the tension increases when standing or sitting. It is convenient to start walking a little, but without abusing. Rest during the first days is very important to recover.
It is not convenient to wear clothes that are too tight or garments that are not made of natural fibers, we can run the risk of complicating a point as well as the use of floats to sit down because they can stretch the skin and make some point jump.
